Puyallup Valley Half Marathon and 10K
- Date
- September 27, 2026
- Distance
- Half Marathon · 10K
From the Organizer
Join us in celebrating the rich history of the Puyallup Valley with a scenic run along the river!
This is a fast and relatively flat course, perfect for chasing a PR or enjoying a smooth, scenic run through the valley.
The START/FINISH line is located on the Puyallup Riverwalk Trail behind Fred Meyer. The 10K will head toward Sumner along the river. The Half Marathon will continue through Van Lierop Park and onto the Foothills Trail, showcasing some of the area’s most scenic paths. The course includes a mix of paved trail, sidewalks, and a few street crossings.
🏅 Awards will be presented to the top two male and female finishers in both the Half Marathon and 10K.
⚠️ Participant limit: This event is limited to 200 total registrants for safety reasons.
Registration Includes:
Finisher medal
Chipped timing bib
Post-race snacks
👕 First 60 registrants will receive a short-sleeve event shirt.
⏱ Half Marathon time limit: 4 hours.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
66°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mcmillin Rsvr, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Puyallup, WA
Population
42,642
as of 2023
Elevation
427 ft
Nearest Airport
SEA
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport · 20 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Puyallup Valley Half Marathon and 10K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Puyallup Valley Half Marathon and 10K
- Date
- September 27, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.
The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.
How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Puyallup Valley Half Marathon and 10K?
- Puyallup Valley Half Marathon and 10K is a running race held in Puyallup, Washington on September 27, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Puyallup Valley Half Marathon and 10K?
- Sunday, September 27, 2026 in Puyallup, Washington at 1100 N Meridian Ave, Puyallup, WA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Puyallup Valley Half Marathon and 10K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Puyallup Valley Half Marathon and 10K
Sep 27, 2026